Madison, Wisconsin, USA
21 days ago
Animal Care Technician I

Are you interested in learning animal husbandry and caring for them?  Our team in Madison, WI is seeking Animal Technicians who thrive on ensuring the well-being of our animal companions.

Apply today and be part of something extraordinary!

Why we need you to join our team:

LabCorp Development has helped pharmaceutical and biotech companies develop one-third of all prescription medicines in the market today. Chances are, you or someone you know has benefited from a medicine or medical device that LabCorp helped develop. Your role is vital to improving the health of family, friends and animals.

Are you a High School or College Graduate looking to start a career in Research? Do you love Science and Research? Do you want to be a huge part of the greater good of medical advances?

We provide an intensive training program and opportunity to grow a career!  Learn about many different types of animals and caring for them. Be a Research Hero- the most important piece of quality research!!  Be a part of the greater good of medical advances and care for animals.

How will you be rewarded:

Working in Madison, WI our Animal Technicians:

Starting Hourly Pay Rate: $18.00/hr. (plus 5% shift differential) 

Work a rotating 1st shift including weekends, some holidays and some overtime. (Working hours 6:30 am-3:15 pm).

Enjoy 24 days of personal-time-off (PTO) (pro-rated depending on start date).

We offer a clear career progression with five levels, each including a pay increase!

Have the option to participate in the LabCorp Education Advantage program where you have access to over 15 Undergraduate On-line Degree Programs offered through Arizona State University (ASU). Tuition is paid by LabCorp!

Have access to other great benefits including tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match and of course medical and dental insurance.

What will you be doing:

This entry level role requires no experience, just an interest in working with small and large animals in a laboratory setting. 

Maintaining the highest standards of animal care and welfare in accordance with the Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care International (AAALAC)

Performing daily cleaning, feeding of our laboratory animals

Providing environmental and dietary enrichment

Learning and applying proper handling and restraint techniques.

Working in a fast paced, team environment​

Preferred Experience:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Animal Care Experience: Demonstrated proficiency in handling animals.

Additional Related Experiences: Any other relevant animal experiences or certifications related to the position.

Work History: Proven track record of structured and reliable work.

Required Experience and Education:

Education not required.

No experience required.

Must be 18 years or older.

Must be able to speak, write, read English.

Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.  Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only. For more detailed information, please click here. 

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

As an EOE/AA employer, Labcorp strives for diversity and inclusion in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications of the individual and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy or other medical conditions/needs), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.

We encourage all to apply

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